Divorce dating

You might meet a new partner through a friend or by clicking with a mysterious stranger -- but you may also want to consider online dating.

“Tarek saw Christina’s phone and [believed] there was some inappropriate texting going on between Christina and Gary,” the insider notes, adding that that incident led to Tarek blowing up and storming out of their home with his guns.

(Photo Credit: Getty Images) In a statement to , the estranged couple says, “Neither of us was involved in a romantic relationship with any third party prior to our separation, or believes the other was.” Christina has since confirmed she’s dating Gary — who has his own skeletons in his closet, as previously revealed he lied about his hefty income in order to pay less spousal support when his own marriage fell apart.

“Have you done something that's an affirmation of yourself and your life -- made a new friend, taken up a new sport, gotten a haircut? “You open your heart to new relationships when you're resilient enough to endure the minuses of dating to get the pluses.” Your identity has nothing to do with your dating status.

Rather than jumping into a new relationship to avoid being alone, give yourself a chance to explore life on your own terms.

It bolstered my confidence for dating.” Claudia Barnett needed some alone time to heal before seeking a new relationship.

“Your marriage has died; you need to grieve that loss,” Barnett says.

“To move forward, I had to be whole emotionally, financially, mentally, and spiritually.

After I accomplished some set goals, I knew it was time.” Here's what experts say you should consider before dating: Some people are ready to date after 2 months; others may need years. It's important to experience the emotions associated with divorce.

“It helped, because I got to see what 'normal' looked like,” Roché says.

“I also saw that my ex wasn't the only guy who would want to be with me.